Walk in tubs offer the best solution for seniors and handicapped people. These accessible tubs offer safety, security and of course comfort for the people with limited mobility. They are designed in such way that they offer complete safety and convenience as a result of their in-swing or out-swing doors and low curb entry. When users opt for a handicap bathtub they reduce the possibility of falling or slipping as a result of the barrier free access and safety considerations built into each walk in bathtub. These specialised units assure a much higher safety level for older users with reduced strength and mobility. One of the main reasons to install walkin tubs in a bathroom is to prevent the accidents so often prevalent as one ages.
Why to…show more content… People suffering from limited mobility may really find walk in tubs to be an enormous help with bathing. The wide range of handicap tubs available today typically include built in grab bars and a non-slip floor for added stability. They are available with either an in-swing or out-swing door and one particular manufacturer even offers a very unique sliding door. Most handicap bathtubs include wheelchair height seats that allow for easier transfer in and out of the bathing zone and avoid the need to try and stand up from the low position typically with standard bathtubs.
For a user with limited reach or mobility, the simple act of opening or closing a door may not be possible and one may not always have assistance from others to do so. It is also not desirable to always have to depend on others for this assistance. For this reason automatic door openers can offer a viable solution in assisting with this daily task. An automatic door opener is easily installed and requires minimal annual maintenance and years of reliable performance assuming one purchases a quality
